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www.mercurynews.com
2 days ago
US Elections

Donald Trump is selling a $100,000 gold watch with a tourbillon. Wait, a what?

The Trump watch's blend of luxury and obsolete technology exemplifies the intersection of status and criticism in modern consumer culture. [ more ]
Fast Company
1 week ago
Design

First fashion came for interior design. Now interior design is coming for fashion

The collaboration between Kith and the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation illustrates a growing trend of merging architecture and fashion. [ more ]
Poynter
1 week ago
Media industry

A New Jersey journalist couldn't understand the obsession with Wawa. So he reported its oral history. - Poynter

Wawa's obsession highlights a deeper emotional connection consumers have with brands, transcending mere convenience to form cultural identities. [ more ]
Psychology Today
2 weeks ago
Parenting

Must Our Kids Get a Suitcase of "Swag" After Every Party?

Modern birthday parties emphasize material gifts over genuine connection and celebration, reflecting societal shifts in values among youth. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
Digital life

The Customized Drink Is Out of Control

The rise of elaborate, customizable beverages reflects a cultural trend toward individual expression and instant energy needs. [ more ]
BuzzFeed
3 weeks ago
JavaScript

34 Fun Products To Help Take You Out Of ~Work Mode~

BuzzFeed's recommendations include independently selected items that may generate sales for the company. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 days ago
US Elections

Donald Trump is selling a $100,000 gold watch with a tourbillon. Wait, a what?

The Trump watch's blend of luxury and obsolete technology exemplifies the intersection of status and criticism in modern consumer culture. [ more ]
Fast Company
1 week ago
Design

First fashion came for interior design. Now interior design is coming for fashion

The collaboration between Kith and the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation illustrates a growing trend of merging architecture and fashion. [ more ]
Poynter
1 week ago
Media industry

A New Jersey journalist couldn't understand the obsession with Wawa. So he reported its oral history. - Poynter

Wawa's obsession highlights a deeper emotional connection consumers have with brands, transcending mere convenience to form cultural identities. [ more ]
Psychology Today
2 weeks ago
Parenting

Must Our Kids Get a Suitcase of "Swag" After Every Party?

Modern birthday parties emphasize material gifts over genuine connection and celebration, reflecting societal shifts in values among youth. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
Digital life

The Customized Drink Is Out of Control

The rise of elaborate, customizable beverages reflects a cultural trend toward individual expression and instant energy needs. [ more ]
BuzzFeed
3 weeks ago
JavaScript

34 Fun Products To Help Take You Out Of ~Work Mode~

BuzzFeed's recommendations include independently selected items that may generate sales for the company. [ more ]
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10 months ago
Marketing

Influencers: The Wave of Overconsumption and Comparison

Influencers have become large contributors to consumer culture and overconsumption.
Advertised products create unrealistic standards and comparisons.
The constant turnover of 'must have' items leads to excessive consumption. [ more ]
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